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When Time Really Is Money

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:27:00 GMT

I haven't yet met the business owner who gets excited about writing an in-depth job description. Go figure! The most frequent excuse is that they don't see the value in spending much time on it.

Do you feel lucky?

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:04:00 GMT

I know there are some of you business owners who think you can wait to worry about HR until you're a little bigger. My question is, "what are you waiting for?"

Please read this cautionary tale from my associate C.J. Westrick, SPHR of HR Jungle!

Part Time Employees

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 22:29:00 GMT

What rules apply to part time workers? Are they Independent contractors? Do I withhold and pay: FICA? Are they eligible for the same Benefits as my full time workers?

California Personal Income Tax Withholding Schedules Replaced

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:45:00 GMT

Just an FYI - Effective November 1, 2009, California Personal Income Tax (PIT) Withholding Schedules Replaced

Watch for computer updates to your software!! If you are not using MAS or QuickBooks payroll, the modified schedules can be downloaded from EDD’s web site at http://www.edd.ca.gov/Payroll_Taxes/Rates_and_Withholding.htm#2009PITWithholdingSchedules

Ten Steps to Effectively Review Resumes

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 04:59:00 GMT

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate in July 2009 was 9.4% compared to 5.8% in July last year. In turn, many employers have observed from their growing stacks of resumes, a wider availability of experienced workers as interested job applicants. As the employer, to effectively determine which resumes will lead you toward the top job candidates, keep in mind the following helpful steps.